2012 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
In comparing the 2012 Porsche Cayenne's and the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg's specifications and ratings, The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2012 Porsche Cayenne and 2012 Volkswagen Touareg have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Porsche Cayenne's and the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is a better car than the 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
2012 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg Pricing
A used 2012 Porsche Cayenne ranges from $10,992 to $24,642 while a used 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is priced between $9,999 to $15,340.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2012 Porsche Cayenne and the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg makes 380 horsepower. Both the Cayenne and the Touareg are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 538 and 634 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 Porsche Cayenne and 2012 Volkswagen Touareg are comparable in regards to front head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10992 - 24642
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.515462
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9999 - 15340
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Porsche Cayenne Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.991794 / 10
Reliability:
7.683588 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Touareg Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Cayenne Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
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3 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
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4 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 18Ranking
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5 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 28Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
9 out of / 28Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 14Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 18Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 28Ranking
17 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 18Volkswagen Touareg Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Hybrid
2012 Porsche Cayenne Trim Levels
S Hybrid
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Trim Levels
Hybrid
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
380 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
428 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
380 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
428 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
448 / 538 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
528 / 634 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
23.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Cargo Space:
32.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
135.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4938 lbs
Width:
76.3 inches
Height:
67.4 inches
Length:
190.8 inches
Wheelbase:
114 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5135 lbs
Width:
76.4 inches
Height:
68.2 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/50R19