2010 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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 Volvo C70 (350 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo C70 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | C70 | Cube |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
