2010 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | Cayenne | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |