2009 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 662 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S8 | 2008 Infiniti M | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | S8 | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |