2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 676 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayenne | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 1364 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 32 L |
