2005 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 7 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (330 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 614 kg more than 2012 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti M. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
Model | Phaeton | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2449 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |