2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 126 kg more than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cayenne | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
