2005 Infiniti M vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 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 127 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 111 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 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.
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2005 Infiniti M | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Infiniti | Audi |
Model | M | A5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 453 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 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 | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |