2010 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 484 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 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 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
| Model | Cayenne | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1991 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
