2007 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2006 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | A3 | QX4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |