2011 Infiniti EX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti EX.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti EX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti EX | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EX | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1572 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
