2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 585 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pathfinder | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
