2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | QX56 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 63 L |
