2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 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 57 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 118 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) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Murano | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Murano | XC70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |