2007 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A6 | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
