2006 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (400 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
