2011 Volvo S60 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 458 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S60 | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Volvo | Infiniti |
| Model | S60 | FX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2885 mm |
