2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Elantra | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
