2024 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Review

Picture of the 2024 Porsche Cayenne

2024 Porsche
Cayenne

MSRP*: $79,200 to $196,300
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander

2024 Toyota
Grand Highlander

MSRP*: $43,320 to $53,795
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MPG - City 15 - 17 MPG 20 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 - 23 MPG 26 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 52.4 - 60.3 ft3 97.5 ft3
Engine
  • 348-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 468-hp, 4.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 650-hp, 4.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 348 - 650 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity 7,700 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 194.0 - 194.2 in 201.4 in
Exterior Width 78.1 - 78.5 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Info not available Front 40.0 - 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 - 40.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Porsche Cayenne as you will with the Toyota Grand Highlander, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Porsche Cayenne will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Grand Highlander, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Porsche Cayenne is about the same width as the Toyota Grand Highlander. The Porsche Cayenne is slightly shorter than the Toyota Grand Highlander, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Porsche Cayenne has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Grand Highlander, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Porsche Cayenne is clearly the choice over the Toyota Grand Highlander for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Porsche Cayenne greatly out-muscles the Toyota Grand Highlander.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Porsche Cayenne does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota Grand Highlander.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Porsche Cayenne seats a lot fewer people than the Toyota Grand Highlander. The Porsche Cayenne has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Grand Highlander.