2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Infiniti M

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Infiniti M were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Infiniti M 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 2005 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Infiniti M
Make Audi Infiniti
Model A4 M
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 277 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.4 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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