2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 441 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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 Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 70 L |
