2006 Suzuki Aerio vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Aerio | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | Aerio | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
