2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 260 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 749 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Cayenne | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
