2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Versa | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
