2009 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 281 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, 2009 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti M | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | Infiniti | Audi |
Model | M | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5062 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2944 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |