2011 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, both 2011 Audi A3 and 2011 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Audi A3 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | A3 | FX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |