Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Infiniti FX | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 390 hp@6500 369 lb-ft@4400 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.5 in | 110.4 in | 3.1 in |
Length | 191.3 in | 191.6 in | -0.3 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 72.2 in | 3.7 in |
Height | 65.0 in | 58.5 in | 6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4575 lb. | 3481 lb. | 1094 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 38.3 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 56.9 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.7 in | 42.4 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.8 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 57.0 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 0.0 in | 54.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.1 in | -4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 8.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 46.1 ft3 |
2009 Infiniti FX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Longest drive was 6 hours and had no discomfort whatsoever. Have ridden for 4 hours in a Toyota Rav4 and was almost in pain after an hour. see full Infiniti FX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat.