2008 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 451 kg more than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti EX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | Phaeton | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
