1997 Volkswagen W12 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (287 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 960 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen W12. 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen W12 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | W12 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
