2001 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 138 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 2012 Infiniti FX. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A8 | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
