2011 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V70. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V70.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V70. (236 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1995 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3075 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
