2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 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 (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Xterra | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Xterra | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |