2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 316 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Murano (360 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Murano | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
