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Infiniti M (2010) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Infiniti M and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2010 Infiniti M and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2010 2012  
Model Infiniti M Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
303 hp@6800
262 lb-ft@4800
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 114.2 in 101.5 in 12.7 in
Length 192.6 in 165.4 in 27.2 in
Width 70.8 in 70.3 in 0.5 in
Height 59.4 in 58.3 in 1.1 in
Curb Weight 4004 lb. 3326 lb. 678 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.0 gal. 14.5 gal. 5.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 39.3 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.2 in 54.7 in 3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.1 in 0.0 in 55.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 44.2 in 41.2 in 3 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 38.5 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.9 in 52.8 in 4.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.9 in 0.0 in 53.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.3 in 35.5 in 1.8 in
Total Legroom 81.5 in (over 2 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 4.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.9 ft3 15.0 ft3 -0.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.9 ft3 46.0 ft3 -31.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Infiniti M

2010 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 420-horsepower 5.6L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very comfortable up front. see full Infiniti M review
2011 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The footwells are very narrow for a car of this size. This is a side-effect of it being RWD. The "dead" pedal seems to be in the wrong spot, at least for me; it's too far to the right. On the plus side the air conditioned seats are great. It is possible to drive around in 90 degree weather wearing shorts, with the windows down, and feel comfortable. see full Infiniti M review
2011 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Very envelopped and comfortable seat, have better padding, and seating posture is better than most of the luxry cars I tried. see full Infiniti M review
2009 4dr Sedan 325-horsepower 4.5L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Huge rear seat with tons of space. Passengers routinly comment on how comfortable it is. Significantly more rear seat room then 5 series BMW. Ininiti G35/37 has more rear seat than the 5 series. see full Infiniti M review
2010 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The fronts seats need more bolstering. The BMW 5 series has much, much better seats. If I could change one thing about the car, it would be the seats. Anyone considering this car should sit in the seat at least 30 minutes before making a purchase decision. see full Infiniti M review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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