2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Frontier | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
