2002 Infiniti I vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | I | R8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
