2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Pathfinder and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 606 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pathfinder | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
