2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volkswagen Touran 2010 Infiniti FX
Make Volkswagen Infiniti
Model Touran FX
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Minivan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1573 kg 1719 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 90 L


 

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