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Porsche Cayenne 955, facelift 2007 S 4.8 V8 (385 Hp) AWD
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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, facelift 2007 Overview:
Porsche Cayenne (955, facelift 2007). With 500 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 6.6 s). The top speed reaches 252 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
S 4.8 V8 (385 Hp) AWD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers the same strong V8 performance as the Tiptronic S, with the added engagement of a manual gearbox.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is notably high, even slightly worse than the automatic variant, due to manual operation.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent performance, especially with V8 engines
- • Luxurious and well-appointed interior
- • Impressive handling and ride quality for an SUV
- • High towing capacity and robust build quality
- • Distinctive and timeless Porsche styling
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, particularly for V8 models
- • Expensive maintenance and parts costs
- • Some common reliability issues (e.g., coolant pipes, cardan shaft)
- • Heavy steering feel may not appeal to all drivers
- • Significant depreciation from new, though good used value
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(955: 2005 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | Cayenne |
| Generation: | 955, facelift 2007 |
| Modification (Engine): | S 4.8 V8 (385 Hp) AWD |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 385 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.1 Hp/l [12mm more] |
| Torque: | 500 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M48.01 More details about the engine M48.01 |
| Engine displacement: | 4806 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.5 l |
| Coolant: | 18 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 12.5:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6700 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 22.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 14.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 22.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 252 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.8 kg/Hp, 173 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.5 kg/Nm, 224.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2225 |
| Max. weight: | 3080 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 855 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1770 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 540 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20.4° |
| Wading depth: | 500 mm |
| Length: | 4798 mm [12mm more] |
| Width: | 1928 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1699 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2855 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2200 mm |
| Front track: | 1647 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1662 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 218 mm |
| Approach angle: | 28.6° |
| Departure angle: | 22.8° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 350x34 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 330x28 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 255/55 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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