2010 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 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 158 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Matrix. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayenne | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
