2006 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | S4 | FX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |