2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius 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 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 201 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Prius. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayenne | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
