2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 6 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 749 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot. 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 2012 Jeep Patriot. 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 (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Porsche | Jeep |
| Model | Cayenne | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
