2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti G35. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti G35. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti G35 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | G35 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1292 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |