2000 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35.
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, 2008 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2008 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A8 | G35 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
