2001 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 5 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2006 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | A8 | QX56 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |