2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Infiniti FX

To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2004 Infiniti FX
Make Audi Infiniti
Model A4 FX
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Convertible Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1784 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 280 HP
Torque 235 Nm 366 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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