2000 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A8 | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
