2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 4 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 38 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 77 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30. 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 2010 Volvo C30. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Xterra | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
