2010 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1042 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2012 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | Cayenne | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1183 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
