2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Titan. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Titan | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 4806 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
