2010 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti FX | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | FX | V50 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4865 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
