2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1506 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
