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Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (520 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 90,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Porsche Cayenne?

Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Stelvio

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Porsche Cayenne

3.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Stelvio

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Alfa Romeo Stelvio is significantly cheaper – starting at 51,900 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 90,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,229 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Porsche Cayenne uses 4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

Cayenne

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayenne offers clearly more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 520 HP. That’s roughly 636 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the Alfa Romeo Stelvio takes 3.8 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers substantially more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 900 Nm more.

Stelvio

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Alfa Romeo Stelvio is a bit lighter – 1,820 kg compared to 2,130 kg. The difference is around 310 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers clearly more boot space – 781 L compared to 525 L. That’s a difference of about 256 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Cayenne carries slightly more – 705 kg compared to 590 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 353 - 1,156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4 - 11 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 74 - 668 km
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Alfa Romeo Stelvio

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio combines Italian artistry with sporty performance, making it a standout in the SUV market. Its dynamic design captures the essence of elegance and agility, while the interior offers a driver-focused experience that enhances every journey. With a perfect blend of luxury and power, the Stelvio is ideal for those seeking both style and substance on the road.

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Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption
Price
51,900 - 93,300 £
Price
90,200 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 668 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
157 - 267 g/km
co2
0 - 249 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,820 - 1,925 kg
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,903 - 1,955 mm
Width
1,980 - 1,983 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 - 590 kg
Payload
525 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
210 - 520 HP
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
470 - 600 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
154 - 382 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
2,143 - 2,891 cm3
Engine capacity
2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
Porsche
Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio offered with different drivetrains?

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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