2004 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 643 kg more than 2004 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2012 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | S4 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
