2004 Infiniti I35 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti I35. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti I35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 815 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti I35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I35. (334 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti I35 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | I35 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
