1998 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A6 | FX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
