2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 825 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 599. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ferrari 599. (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ferrari 599. 2009 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2012 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2012 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ferrari |
| Model | Cayenne | 599 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 105 L |
