2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo C70 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | QX56 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
