2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2006 Porsche Cayenne and 2006 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (515 HP) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Cayenne (720 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Cayenne | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Cayenne | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4511 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 720 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |