2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Frontier and 2009 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Volvo C30. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo C30.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C30. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 2009 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Frontier | C30 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |