2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 (533 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | QX56 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |