2006 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 940 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Carrera GT | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 100 L |
