2007 Infiniti M vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti M. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | M | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
