2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Murano | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
