2005 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 89 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano II | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Terrano II | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
