2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1999 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat | 1999 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | Passat | I |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
