2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo C70 (320 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Xterra | C70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
