2003 Infiniti M vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti M | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | M | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1747 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
