2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 80 L |
