2008 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Infiniti M

To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 547 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2010 Infiniti M
Make Audi Infiniti
Model A4 M
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1722 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 76 L


 

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