2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 231 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Porsche | Dodge |
Model | Cayenne | Charger |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 72 L |