2007 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 2012 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Volvo V70 | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | V70 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |