2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.

Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Porsche Cayenne 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Porsche Volkswagen
Model Cayenne Jetta
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 2000 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4554 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1458 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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