2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 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 188 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1288 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cayenne | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1200 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
