2003 Infiniti I vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti I weights approximately 92 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti I | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | I | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |