2008 Infiniti M vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | M | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
