2008 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Infiniti I35
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I35. (255 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 344 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I35. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2002 Infiniti I35 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A6 | I35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
