2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 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 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25. 2012 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
| Model | 911 | G25 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4491 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2355 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
