2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Quest | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
