2009 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (338 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Infiniti G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A8 | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4657 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
