2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 538 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Navara | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2122 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
