2010 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Acura CSX is newer by 1 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (385 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2011 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 902 kg more than 2011 Acura CSX. 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 2011 Acura CSX. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Acura CSX | |
Make | Porsche | Acura |
Model | Cayenne | CSX |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |