2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Because 2009 Infiniti G37 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 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 G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (351 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | G37 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
