2006 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2013 Infiniti IPL has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A4 | IPL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
