2002 Infiniti I35 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 11 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I35. (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 508 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I35. (335 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I35.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti I35 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Infiniti | Audi |
Model | I35 | A8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2992 mm |