2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2002 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Volvo C70. (162 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo C70 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX4 | 2002 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | QX4 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
