2005 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 441 kg more than 2010 Infiniti M.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | Phaeton | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
