2007 Infiniti M vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S40.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti M | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | M | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |