2011 Infiniti G25 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 218 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti G25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti G25 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | G25 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4773 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1773 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
