2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 360 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. 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 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. 2010 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Cayenne | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1694 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |