2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti QX56. 2008 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | QX56 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
