2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 498 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Versa | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1149 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
