2005 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | M | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
