2012 Nissan Cube vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan Cube. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan Cube would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 639 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Cube | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Cube | X670 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |