2003 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (270 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 173 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti EX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | Passat | EX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
