2011 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 631 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Tacoma | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Tacoma | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |