2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 318 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Xterra | C30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1774 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
