2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 354 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60.
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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
