2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (400 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. 2011 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |