2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (515 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Expedition | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 515 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |