2010 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 147 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | Cayenne | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
