2012 Infiniti G37 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 6 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 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 192 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti G37 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | G37 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
