2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
Model | Routan | FX |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |