2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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 S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | X-Trail | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
