2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (420 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A6 | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
