2004 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | A3 | EX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4631 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1589 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |