2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 759 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pathfinder | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
