2006 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (390 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 72 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
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, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A8 | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
