1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80.
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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | QX4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2835 mm |
