2012 Infiniti G37 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 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 G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60, 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti G37 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | G37 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
