2008 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M 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 35 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 835 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti M | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | M | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |