2005 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Bluebird and 2005 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 571 kg more than 2005 Nissan Bluebird.
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. 2005 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Bluebird | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
