2010 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 2 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 320 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 858 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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 2012 Buick Verano. 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 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Buick Verano | |
Make | Porsche | Buick |
Model | Cayenne | Verano |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1694 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |