2007 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | FX | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
