2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |