2008 Infiniti M vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti M | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | M | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |