2006 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Liberty | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |