2008 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3.
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, 2010 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A3 | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
