2004 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 521 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti QX56. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti QX56 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | QX56 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
