2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-150. 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. 2012 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Cayenne | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
