2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | Passat | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
