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 125 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 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. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. 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 (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
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 | 3699 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |