2007 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti JX. (261 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti JX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 396 kg more than 2013 Infiniti JX. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti JX. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti JX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
Model | Phaeton | JX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4989 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1722 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2901 mm |