2006 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90.
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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti M | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | M | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
