2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 196 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 927 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | Cayenne | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4511 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |