2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
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 XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 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 XC90 (351 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Quest | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3293 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 351 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |