2008 Volvo XC70 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo XC70 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | XC70 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
