2005 Infiniti M vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | M | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |