2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
