2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 623 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Pathfinder | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |