1997 Nissan Trailrunner vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (177 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Trailrunner | V70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
