2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 2011 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Sentra | XC70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |