2012 Infiniti M vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti M | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | M | A4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
