1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Infiniti QX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | QX4 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2896 mm |