2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | X-Trail | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1480 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
