1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti QX4 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | QX4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
