2005 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, both 2005 Porsche Cayenne and 2005 Porsche 996 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (451 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 996. (376 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 996. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (624 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (386 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996. 2005 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Cayenne | 996 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4507 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 624 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 89 L |