2001 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Infiniti I35
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I35. (255 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I35. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2002 Infiniti I35 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A8 | I35 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
