2012 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 936 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. 2007 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen T5 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | T5 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
