2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti FX would be higher. 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 50 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 290 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 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2009 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | FX | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
