2009 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | R8 | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |