2008 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 4 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 183 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti M | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Infiniti | Audi |
Model | M | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |