2010 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2010 Infiniti M.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Infiniti M | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | M | S80 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |