2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 13 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Infiniti IPL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A8 | IPL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
