2011 Infiniti M vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | M | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
