2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 955 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2007 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Cayenne | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
