2001 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti QX4. 2001 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti QX4 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | QX4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
