2002 Infiniti G20 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Infiniti G20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G20. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti G20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G20. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti G20 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | G20 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
