2002 Infiniti I35 vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I35 (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I35 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 I35 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I35 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | I35 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
