2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. 2011 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Spark | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |
