2002 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A8 | FX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
