2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 304 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Prius | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Prius | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
