2011 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Panamera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Panamera would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
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 (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Panamera. 2011 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 Cayenne | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Cayenne | Panamera |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 578 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |