2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 393 kg more than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti FX | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | FX | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2881 mm |