2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 QX56 (533 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | QX56 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
