2003 Infiniti I vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2003 Infiniti I and 2003 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti I weights approximately 87 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti I | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | I | S40 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |