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Porsche Cayenne 955 S 4.5 V8 (340 Hp)
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Porsche Cayenne:
The Porsche Cayenne is a series of automobiles manufactured by the German company Porsche since 2002. It is a luxury crossover SUV, and has been described as both a full-sized and a mid-sized vehicle. The first generation was known within Porsche as the Type 9PA or E1. It was the first V8-engined vehicle built by Porsche since 1995, when the Porsche 928 was discontinued. It is also Porsche's first off-road variant vehicle since its Super and Junior tractors of the 1950s, as well as the first production Porsche with four doors. Since 2014, the Cayenne has been sold alongside a smaller Porsche SUV, the Macan....(Read more on Wikipedia)
955 Overview:
Porsche Cayenne (955). With 420 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2225 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.8 s). The top speed reaches 242 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Porsche Cayenne (955) generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. However, as a premium SUV of its era, it featured robust construction and standard safety features like ABS and multiple airbags.
S 4.5 V8 (340 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A strong performer, offering a significant step up from the V6 with robust acceleration and a satisfying V8 soundtrack, providing a good balance of power and refinement.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption is typical for a powerful V8 SUV of its era, making it less economical for daily commuting.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional performance, especially with V8 engines
- • Luxurious and well-built interior
- • Impressive off-road capability for a luxury SUV
- • Strong towing capacity
- • Distinctive Porsche styling and brand prestige
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption across all engine variants
- • Known for expensive maintenance and repair costs
- • Some early models had reliability issues (e.g., coolant pipes, cardan shaft)
- • Heavy steering at low speeds
- • Aging infotainment system by modern standards
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | Cayenne |
| Generation: | 955 |
| Modification (Engine): | S 4.5 V8 (340 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 340 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 75.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 420 Nm @ 2500-5500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M48.00 |
| Engine displacement: | 4511 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.5 l |
| Coolant: | 18 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 22.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 242 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.5 kg/Hp, 152.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 188.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2225 |
| Max. weight: | 3080 |
| Max load: | 855 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1770 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 540 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4782 mm mm |
| Width: | 1928 mm mm |
| Height: | 1699 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2855 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1647 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1662 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 350 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 255/55 R18 109Y |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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