2000 Dodge Maxx Cab vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Maxx Cab 2008 Porsche Cayenne
Make Dodge Porsche
Model Maxx Cab Cayenne
Year Released 2000 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 235 HP 405 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 678 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2405 kg 2225 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 100 L


 

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