2005 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | S8 | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
