2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 89 kg more than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Altima | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
