2008 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | M | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
