2009 Infiniti EX vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 377 kg more than 2009 Infiniti EX.
Because 2009 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 2009 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EX | Routan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 78 L |
