2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Maxima. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Cayenne | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
