2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2008 Infiniti FX and 2008 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | FX | S40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1798 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
