1996 Audi S6 vs. 1999 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1999 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1999 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | S6 | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
