2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti FX | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | FX | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5019 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |