2008 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volvo S80 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Volvo | Infiniti |
Model | S80 | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |