2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Camry | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Camry | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |