2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Dodge Durango. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Durango | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |