2007 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 554 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A3 | JX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
