2005 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti J30. (211 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Infiniti J30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A4 | J30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
