2005 Infiniti M vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 280 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | M | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2578 mm |
