2008 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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 M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | M | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
