2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 429 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Equinox | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |
