2000 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (550 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | R8 | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
