2011 Nissan 370Z vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan 370Z would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Nissan 370Z | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | 370Z | X670 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4247 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1326 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |