2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 524 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | S60 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
