2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 795 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | Touareg | I |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
