2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (515 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 482 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (720 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 515 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |
