2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Grand Voyager | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |