1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Monaco | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
