2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pathfinder | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
