2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Terrano | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
