2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. 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 31 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V70. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V70 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pathfinder | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
