2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 704 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56. 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 QX56 (533 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Infiniti | Audi |
Model | QX56 | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12 L/100km |