2012 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi S4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti FX | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | FX | S4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4865 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
