2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Micra and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Micra | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Micra | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |