2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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 (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Navara | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2435 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 | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
