2009 Infiniti EX vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70. 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, 2009 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | EX | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
