2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2009 Ford Galaxy and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 429 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Galaxy | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Galaxy | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
