2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 542 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
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2009 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
Model | Passat | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |