2003 Porsche 996 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti M. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 237 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche 996. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 996 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
| Model | 996 | M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
