2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti FX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | FX | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
