2008 Infiniti M vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 Infiniti M and 2008 Audi A3 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 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. 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, 2008 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti M | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Infiniti | Audi |
Model | M | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |