2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 Volvo C30

To start off, both 2007 Nissan Pathfinder and 2007 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 167 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 905 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30. 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 2007 Volvo C30. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Pathfinder 2007 Volvo C30
Make Nissan Volvo
Model Pathfinder C30
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 266 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2184 kg 1279 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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