2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti JX. (261 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti JX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 604 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti JX. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti JX. 2013 Infiniti JX has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti JX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
| Model | 996 | JX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2901 mm |
