2012 Infiniti EX vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti EX | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | EX | C70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1572 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
