2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. 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 (550 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Altima | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 550 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |