2000 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 2 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | A8 | QX4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1855 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |