2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | Q45 | 996 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
