2005 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Cayenne | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Cayenne | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4507 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2320 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
