2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti FX | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | FX | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 67 L |