2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 421 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Quest | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
