2006 Ford E-350 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 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-350 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
