2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (360 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | Passat | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
