2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 231 kg more than 2012 Nissan Titan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Titan. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Cayenne | Titan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 140 L |
