2011 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen GTI | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | GTI | FX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4211 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
