2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | A3 | FX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |