2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Golf | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1123 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
