2011 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 2 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (269 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-09. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 3 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-09. 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 2013 Mazda CX-09. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Cayenne | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | Cayenne | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
