2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Hardbody and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Hardbody | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1611 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
