2009 Infiniti M vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (268 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti M | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | M | XC90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |