1999 Infiniti G20 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti G20. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1999 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Infiniti G20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti G20. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti G20 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | G20 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
