2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cayenne | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
