2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1274 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350. 2012 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-350 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 578 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 85 L |