2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | QX56 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
