2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti G35. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti G35.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti G35. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | G35 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
