2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 914 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
