1996 Infiniti J30 vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti J30. (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40.
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, 2011 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Infiniti J30 | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | J30 | S40 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |