2010 Infiniti EX vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.

Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti EX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Infiniti EX 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Infiniti Volkswagen
Model EX Touareg
Year Released 2010 2004
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 550 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type 7-speed shiftable automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1803 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1572 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2799 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 100 L