2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 129 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Cayenne | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
