2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier 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) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90.
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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo XC90 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 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Frontier | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
