2008 Infiniti M vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 163 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | M | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
