2009 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 311 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti M | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | M | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |