1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 16 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | QX4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
