2011 Infiniti M vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 141 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | M | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
