2006 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 46 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V70 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | V70 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
