2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo S60. 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (3,200 Nm) has 2670 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti QX4. (530 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX4 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | QX4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 3200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
