2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 667 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Maxima | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 750 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |