2009 Infiniti EX vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti EX. (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 339 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti EX. 2009 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | EX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
