2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (177 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Xterra | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
