2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 526 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti FX | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | FX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |