2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56. 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2010 Audi S6 | |
Make | Infiniti | Audi |
Model | QX56 | S6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5550 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |