2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (316 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | Phaeton | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
