2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti G37. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | G37 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
