2008 Volvo XC90 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo XC90 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | XC90 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
