2002 Infiniti G35 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 11 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) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G35.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti G35 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | G35 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
