1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2013 Audi A6.
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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti QX4 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | QX4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2912 mm |
