2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | Q45 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
