2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Cayenne | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
