I am trying to choose between a 2005 Audi A4 (3.0, quattro) and a 2005 Infiniti G35 (AWD). Any thoughts? A sleek exterior is somewhat important to me, but quick acceleration (both for bolting out of the gates and for passing on the highway) and good cornering is crucial. I am fond of all wheel drive because it seems to provide more traction in rain and snow, but I am willing to be persuaded that I should not pay a premium for it.

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The Infiniti is going to give you more bang for the buck in terms of performance. I'm not too sure on how the AWD system on the G35x compares to Audi's quattro system, but from what I hear, they are both pretty good. The Audi has a slightly more "upscale" interior though. If I were to purchase one, I'd take the Intiniti (better performance and looks better in my opinion).

I'd say the Infiniti G35 is the better choice. Here are my reasons why:

1. Better reliability. Audi's reliability has always been questionable, and the A4 is no exception. Infiniti, however, has a perfect track record when it comes to making durable and well-built vehicles.

2. More power. With about 80 more horsepower and about 40 more ft-lbs of torque than the A4, it'll get off the line quicker and pass better on the freeway.

3. Better cornering. Audi's AWD system is one of the best out there, but the G35 simply has a more modern chassis, more advanced suspension, and better braking ability.

4. Better looking. The G35's interior is just a notch below the Audi's, but it's still very nice and comfortable, comparable to the rest of the cars in this class. The exterior, however, is much more "sleek", which you said you wanted.

Pricing for the two as you mentioned them will be about equal. I personally wouldn't get the G35 with AWD, as I've heard that it upsets its delicate 50-50 weight balancing and negatively affects braking and cornering, but I'm not too sure just how much it does so. Anyways, I wouldn't feel like paying two or three grand for a feature and not be sure if it will help or hurt the car more.

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I'm with those guys^. i'd get the infiniti. but i'd get the 300 hp RWD sport coupe with a 6 speed tranny.

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the infiniti's AWD blows the Audi's AWD out of the water. audi uses a constant AWD system thats always 4wd. the G35X's AWD is identical to the one found on the Nissan Skyline GTR but with less aggressive behavior. pretty much on a straight road with full traction on the highway, its 100% RWD so theres almost no parasitic lose that usually associates with AWD. but when traction becomes limited, it will send torque to the front wheels. thats why in the dry, the car behaves like a RWD car, and when it slips, the system is invisible and will only add a shit load more grip. the AWD on the audi is notorious for understeer.

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I'd say the Infiniti G35 is the better choice. Here are my reasons why:

1. Better reliability. Audi's reliability has always been questionable, and the A4 is no exception. Infiniti, however, has a perfect track record when it comes to making durable and well-built vehicles.

2. More power. With about 80 more horsepower and about 40 more ft-lbs of torque than the A4, it'll get off the line quicker and pass better on the freeway.

3. Better cornering. Audi's AWD system is one of the best out there, but the G35 simply has a more modern chassis, more advanced suspension, and better braking ability.

4. Better looking. The G35's interior is just a notch below the Audi's, but it's still very nice and comfortable, comparable to the rest of the cars in this class. The exterior, however, is much more "sleek", which you said you wanted.

Pricing for the two as you mentioned them will be about equal. I personally wouldn't get the G35 with AWD, as I've heard that it upsets its delicate 50-50 weight balancing and negatively affects braking and cornering, but I'm not too sure just how much it does so. Anyways, I wouldn't feel like paying two or three grand for a feature and not be sure if it will help or hurt the car more.

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Performance? G35 RWD

Touring? A4 Quattro

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Just for clarification, the 2005 A4 is redesigned, and has a 255hp 3.2L, which only comes with tiptronic as of yet. There is also a 2.0t FSI engine available, with more transmission options.

The Infiniti definitely wins in power, but as far as styling, interior comfort, and interior quality, I'd say the A4 has a leg up. I've never liked the G35's styling against any of the other cars in the segment, theres just something odd about it.

So like porscheguy said, G35 for performance, A4 for touring.

Just for good measure, I would also check out a BMW 325xi or a 330xi. They've been a bit expensive compared to the Infiniti and the Audi, but with the E90 3-series being released on May 6th, I wouldn't be suprised if there were some dealer incentives to sell E46s. An AWD E90 3-series won't be available for a little while longer.

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Just for good measure, I would also check out a BMW 325xi or a 330xi. They've been a bit expensive compared to the Infiniti and the Audi, but with the E90 3-series being released on May 6th, I wouldn't be suprised if there were some dealer incentives to sell E46s. An AWD E90 3-series won't be available for a little while longer.

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2. More power. With about 80 more horsepower and about 40 more ft-lbs of torque than the A4

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I would go with the g35. Much faster. I like the way it looks more. The audi is a lot more...Soft. The g35 handles great, and the ride isn't that bad. I personaly, would NOT throw in a BMW. There outsized, overpriced(In this comparo), and I would take a G35 way before a 3 series (Unless its a M)

I've never been able to stand the styling of the G35 sedan, it's basically like all the Nissan Skyline sedans before it, it looks way out of proportion.

The A4 is the best choice IMHO, the new 3.2 and 2.0FSI are both fantastic motors, that's not to say the VQ35 isn't, but the Audi engines have the privillige of being hooked up to Audi's fantastic DSG gearbox, which gives it an advantage over the G35.

Audi does have the better AWD system and while it's not as chuckable as the G35, it's better in snow than the G35 and quattro doesn't upset Audi's handling, like AWD does to the G35.

Also, Audi reliability is fine, a lot of people say it's bad, but 95% of the time they're people who have never owned one and believe everything Mr. Power and his associates tell them. I have owned one and it never let me down, nor have they let my parents or friends down.


So I'll say the Audi if you have snow, the G35 RWD if you don't, or even better, a 3 series.

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Just for clarification, the 2005 A4 is redesigned, and has a 255hp 3.2L, which only comes with tiptronic as of yet. There is also a 2.0t FSI engine available, with more transmission options.

The Infiniti definitely wins in power, but as far as styling, interior comfort, and interior quality, I'd say the A4 has a leg up. I've never liked the G35's styling against any of the other cars in the segment, theres just something odd about it.

So like porscheguy said, G35 for performance, A4 for touring.

Just for good measure, I would also check out a BMW 325xi or a 330xi. They've been a bit expensive compared to the Infiniti and the Audi, but with the E90 3-series being released on May 6th, I wouldn't be suprised if there were some dealer incentives to sell E46s. An AWD E90 3-series won't be available for a little while longer.

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