2008 Infiniti M vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 612 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (552 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | M | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
