2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 297 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A6 | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
