2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 228 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
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 (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback. 2011 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | Cayenne | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4511 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |