2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | G | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 85 L |
