2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Quest | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
