2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2011 Porsche 911 and 2011 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 691 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 2011 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1311 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
