2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 500 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
