2001 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37

To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 9 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 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. 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 2010 Infiniti G37. 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 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti G37.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A8 2010 Infiniti G37
Make Audi Infiniti
Model A8 G37
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 3696 cc
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 2120 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 23 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 92 L 76 L


 

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