2004 Volvo V50 vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra. 2001 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volvo V50 | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | V50 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |