2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Nitro | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |