2004 Infiniti G35 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 G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti G35. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2004 Infiniti G35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti G35. 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 G35. (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 G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti G35 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | G35 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 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 | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
