2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti G35. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti G35 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | G35 | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |