2005 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 7 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 (451 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 856 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | Cayenne | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4507 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 624 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |