2005 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti I and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti I | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | I | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2917 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |