1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | QX4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
