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 192 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 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. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 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 | 4014 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
