2012 Infiniti M vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 383 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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 M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti M | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | M | S60 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 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 | 1917 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
