1996 Volvo V40 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo V40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Volvo V40 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Volvo | Infiniti |
Model | V40 | M |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1731 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2900 mm |