2009 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 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 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1048 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | R8 | FX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |