2000 Infiniti I vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I.
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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | I | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
