2012 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Porsche | Fiat |
Model | Cayenne | 500 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1939 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 35 L |