2001 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
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 FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A6 | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
