2002 Infiniti G35 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G35 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G35.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti G35 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Infiniti | Audi |
Model | G35 | A4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |