2001 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | Passat | M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4003 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
