2011 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
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2011 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Sonata | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 245 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |