2005 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti M and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | M | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |