2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa. 2012 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Versa | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Versa | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
