2004 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,505 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | Cayenne | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4505 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 76 L |