2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 550 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
