2009 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti M. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti M | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | M | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
