2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 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 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS6 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS6 | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | RS6 | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
