2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 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 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Cayenne | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.8 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 | 2225 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
