2011 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford E-250 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-250 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2154 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 100 L |
