2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (333 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Panamera (439 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | FX | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 333 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
