2001 Infiniti I vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 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 2001 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Infiniti I | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | I | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |