2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. 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 2007 Ferrari F430. 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F430 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
