2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 236 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 2008 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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.

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2008 Infiniti QX56 2010 Volkswagen Polo
Make Infiniti Volkswagen
Model QX56 Polo
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5550 cc 1200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 320 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 533 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1682 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1462 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 5.9 L/100km