2004 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 648 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Cayenne | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1512 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 Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
