2004 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | A6 | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |