2003 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 370 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 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A3 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 2002 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A3 | I |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
