2009 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti G35 (257 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Infiniti G35.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti G35. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2001 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A6 | G35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
