2001 Infiniti I vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 805 kg more than 2001 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti I.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Infiniti I 2013 Porsche Cayenne
Make Infiniti Porsche
Model I Cayenne
Year Released 2001 2013
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2960 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 224 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 2315 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4846 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2154 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1705 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2895 mm