2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 92 L |
