2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2000 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A6 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
