2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Infiniti EX
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Infiniti EX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 789 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A3 | EX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
