2005 Infiniti I vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti I | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | I | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |