2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | X-Trail | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
