2011 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 590 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 2011 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | Cayenne | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |
