1997 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993. 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche 993 | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
Model | 993 | QX |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3075 mm |