2005 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (450 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti FX. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 566 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti FX | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | FX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1936 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
