2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Murano | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |