2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti G. (324 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 575 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
Model | Touareg | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |