2000 Infiniti I vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2000 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2000 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | I | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |
