2010 Nissan Maxima vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Maxima | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Maxima | C70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
