2008 Infiniti M vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti M | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Infiniti | Audi |
Model | M | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |