2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | Cayenne | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4806 cc | 3997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |