2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, both 2008 Porsche Cayenne and 2008 Renault Trafic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 305 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Renault Trafic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Trafic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Cayenne | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
