2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | QX56 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
