2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 824 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Golf | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1688 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2895 mm |