2006 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 524 kg more than 2006 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-150 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 578 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |