2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
Model | Boxster | QX56 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 532 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1976 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |