2007 Infiniti M vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2007 Infiniti M and 2007 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti M.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti M. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | M | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
