2009 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti G35 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2006 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2006 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A4 | G35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
