2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2007 Porsche Cayenne and 2007 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Cayenne | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
