2011 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2010 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 494 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Porsche | GMC |
Model | Cayenne | Sierra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |