2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Murano | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
