2008 PORSCHE CAYENNE weight

Power is the product of efficiency.
Lightweight alloy engine construction.
‘Less is more’ – less weight, more
performance – is a key principle of
Porsche design.
The V8 Cayenne engines have
a ‘closed-deck’ aluminium
crankcase and lightweight
aluminium bedplate. The cylinder
block and its associated coolant
channels are therefore a fully
enclosed system. This not only
reduces the weight of the engine,
it also improves its dimensional
stability. Since the engine is
stronger, it also has a longer
service life.
Other major lightweight compon-
ents include cast aluminium
pistons and aluminium cylinder
heads. On the Cayenne Turbo, the
pistons are forged to compensate
for the higher loads.
The Cayenne V6 has a cast-iron
crankcase and one-piece cylinderheads in die-cast aluminium. This
combination produces high power
output while reducing the weight
of the engine.
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Lightweight construction used on the V8 engines
Consistent performance and a longer service life.
Engine cooling system.
Each engine remains within its
optimum temperature range at
all times. Clearances throughout
the engine are extremely small,
thereby reducing wear. The entire
cooling system is designed for
prolonged
heavy-duty use, e.g.,
off-road driving or heavy towing
and carrying applications.
Emissions, noise and fuel
consumption remain low, while
power and torque are improved.
Lubrication.
The V8 engines use dry-sump
lubrication to ensure a consistent
supply of oil in all load conditions.
The oil reservoir is located inside
the engine. As well as saving
space and reducing weight, the oil
is always there where it’s needed.
Oil is circulated around the
V8 engines using a demand-driven
pump and two-stage scavenging
system, providing optimum
delivery in even the toughest
scenarios.
The V6 engine has a wet-sump
lubrication system that is
also designed for challenging
conditions, e.g., performance
road driving or extreme off-road
gradients.
A high-performance engine can
only maintain its optimum capability
over a long service life if all com-
ponents are operating consistently
within a specific temperature
range.
The V8 engines have an optimised
coolant management system offering
effective temperature control
throughout the engine. While 20 %
of coolant flows longitudinally
through the crankcase, 80 % serves
the cylinder heads using the
proven cross-flow principle (from
hot to cold).
On all Cayenne models, the piston
heads are cooled using oil-spray
jets integrated in the main lubrica-
tion system.
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The smallest things can make the biggest difference.
Even a single spark.
Ignition system.
The Cayenne models have a
static high-voltage ignition
system with separate ignition
coils on each individual plug.
As well as providing a more consistent spark, this is a
more reliable alternative to
a conventional distributor and
leads. The role of distributor
is performed by the engine
management system. As well
as improving performance
and economy, emissions are
prevented at source.
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Committed to a purer driving experience.
Exhaust system.Spend less on servicing.
And more time on the road.
the Cayenne S (in conjunction
with Tiptronic S), it has a
performance sound setting
which is automatically enabled in
‘Sport’ mode. The package also
includes twin dual-tube tailpipes
with chrome-plated finish. (Note:
vehicles equipped with the sports
exhaust system have a reduced
off-road capability.)
All exhaust systems – standard
and sports – comply with all
relevant emissions legislation.
Longer service intervals are
not only more convenient and
financially attractive, they are
also better for the environment.
Each Cayenne model offers
three clear benefits: lower
servicing costs, more time on
the road and a more eco-friendly
use of resources.For more information on service
intervals, please refer to the
separate price list for the Cayenne
model range.
Twin single-tube tailpipes
(Cayenne and Cayenne S)Twin dual-tube tailpipes
(Cayenne Turbo) Sports exhaust tailpipes, chrome-plated
(Cayenne GTS)
The lightweight exhaust systems
in the Cayenne models are made
f
rom special, long-life stainless
steel.
Short exhaust manifolds enable
rapid heating of the primary
catalysts, a basic prerequisite
for early and more effective
emissions control.
The engine management system
is also involved in preventing
emissions at source. Inside each
of the two primary catalytic
converters are two oxygen
sensors. These supply a real-time
analysis of exhaust gas compos-
ition. Based on this information,
the engine management system
can adjust the air/fuel mix as
required. This control system
ensures low emissions in all oper-
ating scenarios. The primary and
main catalysts offer high efficiency,
faster warm-up, a long service
life and consistently low emissions
(see page 104).
The Cayenne GTS has a sports
exhaust system as standard.
Also
available as an option on

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Precision control on road and track.
Comfort and durability on all terrain.
Six-speed manual gearbox.
Drive-off Assistant, which enables
easier hill starts without using the
brakes.
The gear linkage is insulated from
the engine and transmission,
thereby eliminating vibration in
the gear lever.
For additional weight saving, the
gearbox casing is made from
lightweight die-cast aluminium.
throw is short and precise, with
only minimal driver effort required.
Gearbox performance is equally
impressive in low-range mode.
All components are specifically
adapted for the demands of
off-road driving, e.g., deep water
crossings and gradients of up
to 45° in every direction. Special
features include the Porsche The Cayenne, Cayenne S and
Cayenne GTS are all equipped as
standard with a six-speed manual
gearbox. It is specially designed
for the heavy loads encountered
in high-performance, off-road and
towing use.
The sports-oriented setup enables
optimum progression through all
six forward gears. The gear lever
Gear lever
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Chassis
Precision in design.
Precision on the road.
location is more accurate and
agility is enhanced, with minimal
disturbance on uneven surfaces.
The subframe is secured on
rubber mountings that minimise
road noise and thus enhance
the engine acoustics.
Made from lightweight high-
strength steel, the front
suspension subframe is specially
constructed to increase the
rigidity of the car.
The resulting benefits include
greater stability, greater comfort
and even greater active and
passive safety. In the event
of an accident, the subframe
deforms in a predefined manner
to provide additional protection
for the passenger compartment.
Front axle.
A powerful and responsive engine
requires an equally responsive
chassis.
The front axle on all fourCayenne
models features subframe-mounted
double wishbone
suspension with
high-mounted upper arms. By
raising the top
wishbones, wheel
Rear axle.
A balanced chassis is essential
on any car and one of the major
challenges in vehicle design.
On all four Cayenne models, we
solved this problem using multi-
link rear suspension. Ideal for
performance road and track
use, it also copes well with the
extremely high towing and
carrying loads that are possible
with each Cayenne.
The lower suspension links and
track rods have a special sheet
steel construction offering greater
strength. The upper links are
located high in the wheel arches
and can therefore be made from
lightweight forged aluminium.
The suspension struts are angled
to allow longer suspension travel
and create a deeper and wider
cargo area. As well as providing
additional space, the car is easier
to load. A key advantage of the
rear axle design is its ability to
minimise dive and squat under
acceleration and braking. It also
uses active toe-angle control to
improve mid-corner stability and
compensate for sudden load
transfer, e.g., lift-off oversteer.
In short: a chassis you would
expect from Porsche. Specially
developed in Weissach.
Front axle (Cayenne Turbo) Rear axle (Cayenne Turbo)
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Chassis
No matter how tough the terrain, you are literally floating on air.
Air suspension.
High Level II: 271 mm
Cayenne GTS: 251 mm
Normal Level: 215 mm
Cayenne GTS: 195 mm
Loading Level: 161 mm
1. High Level II.
56 mm above Normal Level,
maximum ground clearance:
271 mm. Selectable at speeds
of up to 30 km / h (19 mph) for
extreme off-road use. Maximum
approach angle on gradients: 31.8°.
2. High Level I.
26 mm above Normal Level,
maximum ground clearance:
241 mm. Selectable at speeds
of up to 80 km / h (50 mph) for
off-road use.
3. Normal Level.
Maximum ground clearance:
215 mm at DIN unladen
weight/ EC. Standard ride height
on Cayenne models.
4. Low Level I.
24 mm below Normal Level,
maximum ground clearance:
191 mm. Suspension is firmer
and drag is reduced. Automatically
selected above 125 km / h
(78 mph).
5. Low Level II.
34 mm below Normal Level,
maximum ground clearance:
181 mm. Automatically selected
above 210 km / h (131 mph),
not manually selectable.
6. Loading Level.
54 mm below Normal Level,
maximum ground clearance:
161 mm. Lowest available setting,
enabling easier loading of vehicle.
Only selectable when vehicle
is stationary. When setting off,
suspension automatically reverts
to Normal Level.
Cayenne GTS.**
The Cayenne GTS is 20 mm lower
than the other Cayenne models
at Normal Level, High Level I and
High Level II, and 5 mm lower at
Low Level I. All other ride-height
settings (Low Level II and Loading
Level) are the same.
The Cayenne Turbo has an air
suspension system featuring
self-levelling, ride-height control
and PASM as standard. The
system is optional on the Cayenne,
Cayenne S and Cayenne GTS*.
On the Cayenne GTS, there’s a
20-mm reduction in ride height
at Normal Level, High Level I and
High Level II.
The self-levelling facility maintains
a constant ground clearance,
regardless of vehicle load. With
the ride-height control on the
centre console, you can easily
vary the ground clearance. The
current ride-height setting is
indicated in the instrument cluster
and on a separate LED display
on the centre console.
** PASM standard on Cayenne GTS.
** With air suspension.
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piston units at the rear. The
resulting brake forces are not
only high, they are also extremely
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB).
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB),
front disc diameter: 410 mm
The pads are mounted in six-
piston monobloc aluminium fixed
calipers at the front, with four-
Safety
As an optional alternative, the
Cayenne S, Cayenne GTS and
Cayenne Turbo can all be
equipped with the race-proven
Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB)*.
The large disc diameter (410 mm
front and 370 mm rear) adds
significantly to brake performance.
The discs are made from a
specially treated carbon-fibre
compound that is silicated in a
high-vacuum process at 1,700 ºC.
The resulting material is not only
much harder than cast iron, it
is also more resistant to heat.
Even at high temperatures, the
thermal resistance of the PCCB
disc ensures excellent dimensional
stability. The ceramic material is
totally resistant to corrosion and
offers excellent acoustic damping
properties.consistent. The pedal response
is fast and precise with only
moderate input required.
PCCB enables shorter braking
distances in even the toughest
road and race conditions.
Excellent fade resistance ensures
greater balance when slowing
from high speed.
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The Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB) is a visible
acknowledgement of Porsche race
engineering. The key advantage
is a total weight saving of
approximately 50 % compared
with equivalent cast-iron discs.
As well as enhancing performance,
the unsprung and rotating masses
are lightened. The results: greater
comfort and road-holding
on uneven road surfaces plus
better handling and agility.
* Compatible with 20-inch wheel diameter or greater as well as 19-inch collapsible spare wheel.

Our ongoing development of the
lightweight steel body is key to the
rigidity of the Porsche Cayenne.
The triple-skin structure with
robust three-box sections provides
exceptional strength and occupant
protection, particularly in the
all-important roof area.
In the event of an accident, a
system of side and cross-members
at the front of the car helps to
channel impact energy in a safe
and predetermined manner. Energy
is absorbed by a three-tier
deformation zone that shields the
passenger
cell. In areas with only
limited capacity for deformation,
the interior is protected by high-
tensile steel reinforcements,
including side intrusion beams in
each of the doors.
Safety is more than skin deep.
Bodyshell construction.
Safety
With its combination of high
strength and consistent deformation
properties, the multiphase steel
used throughout the body fulfils two
key safety requirements. Tailored
blanks are employed in a number
of areas to form effective crash
protection structures, e.g., around
the longitudinal members and roof
rails.
Result: the Cayenne models comply
with all legal requirements for all
types of crash protection, including
frontal, side, diagonal and rear
impact, as well as roll-over damage
and frontal or side post impact.Super high-strength steel
High-strength steel
Sheet steel
Aluminium
Tailored blanks
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Environment
Servicing.
Although every journey is a pleasure
in a Porsche, there’s one you won’t
have to make too often. Thanks to
the lengthy service intervals and
long-life components, we may not
be seeing you for some time.
In the case of the oil filter, for
example, all that’s replaced is an
easily recyclable paper element.
The oil filter casing remains on
the car.
All moving parts inside the engine
are fully self-adjusting. The valve
clearances, for example, feature
automatic hydraulic control.
All camshafts have a zero-
maintenance chain-drive system.With single-spark coils on each
of the cylinders, the entire ignition
system, with the exception of the
spark plugs, is maintenance-free.
These modest servicing require-
ments mean less waste disposal
and fewer demands on natural
resources. They also lower the
cost of ownership while keeping
your car on the road.
Service intervals for the Cayenne
models are dependent on a range
of factors, including local fuel
quality. For full details of service
intervals in your country/region,
please consult the relevant price
list or contact your Porsche Centre.
Materials and recycling.
Owning a Porsche should be a
lasting pleasure with minimal
impact on the environment. That’s
why every Porsche is built to
endure both technically and in
terms of design. The lightweight
exhaust on the Cayenne models,
for example, is constructed from
long-life stainless steel.
Weight reduction is a fundamental
part of the Porsche design philoso-
phy. By using a greater proportion
of high-strength materials, e.g.,
special steels, cast aluminium
alloys and synthetic materials, we
have successfully reduced the
weight of each car and therefore
its fuel consumption. Every produc-
tion process we use at Porsche
is designed with the environment
in mind. Also, every Porsche model
is
entirely free of asbestos, CFCs
and
components manufacturedusing
CFCs. All legal requirements
in respect of recycling are fulfilled.
Materials are labelled in accordance
with VDA 260, enabling better
recycling of end-of-life vehicles and
individual parts and assemblies.
While more than 85 % of the car
can be recycled using current
technologies, the chances are
your new Cayenne may never need
recycling at all. After all, two thirds
of all the cars we have ever made
are still on the road today.
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