2011 Infiniti G25 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2011 Infiniti G25 and 2011 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G25 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti G25. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti G25 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | G25 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4773 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1773 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
