2008 Chrysler 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 Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Voyager | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
