2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti FX | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | FX | XC70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |