Comparison - Porsche Cayenne GTS Coupe 2021 - vs - Ford Explorer King Ranch 2021

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Average Price: 
$
110,500
Updated: 
12 Jun 2020
$
54,350
Updated: 
25 Feb 2021
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2021
Total Seating: 
4
6
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
10-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
4
4
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
23.70gals
20.20gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Dolomite Silver Metallic
#E6E6E6
Lava Orange
#D7361C
Black
#000000
Moonlight Blue Metallic
#2B2E3D
White
#FFFFFF
Jet Black Metallic
#000000
Mahogany Metallic
#4C3B33
Carrara White Metallic
#FFFFFF
Quartzite Grey Metallic
#656766
Cashmere Beige Metallic
#A2998A
Chalk
#C7C7BF
Carmine Red
#99111B
Color: 
Forged Green Metallic
#374448
Stone Gray Metallic
#827C76
Infinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
#53646C
Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
#FDFFFB
Atlas Blue Metallic
#0741D6
Agate Black Metallic
#303030
Iconic Silver Metallic
#C7CAD0
Oxford White
#E4E4E4
Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
#E60E28

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Porsche announced that the 2021 Cayenne Coupe will add a sporty GTS model. It uses a version of the twin-turbo 4.0-liter that powers the mighty Cayenne Turbo, generating 453 horsepower rather than the Turbo's 541. The new model also has dark exterior accents, a lowered suspension, and other performance hardware and premium features.

PROS
Perhaps the prettiest fastback SUV,
drives more like a 911 than a crossover,
diverse powertrain choices.

CONS
Base models have less luxury,
all models have less cargo space than their SUV cousins,
large wheels affect ride quality.

By: 
caranddriver.com

For 2021 New GTS trim level that slots between the S and the Turbo.GTS has a 453-hp V8 and some extra performance upgrades.

PROS
Impressive handling for a crossover SUV
Wide selection of powerful engines available
Exquisite interior and build quality
Plenty of customization options

CONS
Quite a few optional features should be standard given the price tag
Gloss-black interior panels can look dirty almost immediately
Poor visibility out of the rear
Fans are weak at low speeds and noisy at high speeds

By: 
edmunds.com

PROS
Athletic handling
Powerful engines
Elegant interior
Generous features list

CONS
Small cargo hold
Console and dashboard controls can be distracting
High base price

By: 
usnews.com

The 2021 Ford Explorer's #16 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 7.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 28 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Good cargo capacity
Powerful engines
Plenty of features
Composed ride and handling

Cons
Low-rent interior
Second- and third-row seats less comfortable than in rivals
Upgraded infotainment system not much of an upgrade

By: 
usnews.com

For 2021 New Sport Appearance package available on XLT trim.More affordable version of the Explorer ST debuts..Platinum trim is now available for the Hybrid model.New off-road-themed Timberline debuts midway through the model year.

Pros
Strong engines for quick acceleration
Rear-wheel-drive platform improves handling and towing
Roomy cargo area

Cons
Too much wind noise at highway speeds
The price can get frighteningly expensive in a hurry
Lackluster interior material quality

By: 
edmunds.com

Ford has made a few tweaks to its mid-size crossover for 2021, such as making heated seats standard on the XLT, offering a heated steering wheel as an optional feature on that model, and including an eight-way power-adjustable front passenger's seat on the Limited, ST, and Platinum models. A Sport Appearance package is now available on the XLT trim, and it includes 20-inch aluminum wheels that are coated in Carbonized Gray paint.A high-end King Ranch trim joins the lineup and features unique mahogany-colored leather upholstery.

Pros
Smooth and controlled ride,
cargo friendly interior design,
comfortable front seats.

Cons
Third row space is tight,
plasticky interior bits,
most desirable models are pricey.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
15.00mpg
18.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
20.00mpg
24.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
24
Cylinders: 
8
V
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
4.00L
3.00L
Torque: 
457ft-lbs
at 1 800rpm
380ft-lbs
at 3 500rpm
Horsepower: 
453hp
at 6 000rpm
365hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
39.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission Controls And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Cooled Storage Compartment
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Adaptive Cruise Control
Automatic Parking Assist
Keyless Ignition
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
194.50in
198.80in
Width: 
78.60in
78.90in
Height: 
64.70in
69.90in
Ground Clearance: 
7.00in
7.90in
Wheel Base: 
114.00in
119.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.70
Rear Head Room: 
40.50
Front Leg Room: 
43.00in
Rear leg room: 
39.00in
Front Hip Room: 
59.20in
Front Shoulder Room: 
61.80in
Rear Hip Room: 
59.10in
Rear Shoulder room: 
61.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
53.40cu.ft
87.80cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7700lbs
5600lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
21.10cu.ft
18.20cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
26.90degrees
21.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
23.70degrees
22.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
4932.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Hands-Free Entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Sport Front Seats
Leather/Sueded Microfiber
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
6 -Way Power Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Leather
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Sport Front Seats
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Folding center armrest
Multi-Level Heating
Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Dual Zone Front Climate Control
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Leather Steering Wheel
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Auxiliary Audio Input
10 Total Speakers
USB Connection
150 Watts Stereo Output
1 Subwoofer(S)
12 Total Speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
980 Watts Stereo Output
Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers
USB Connection
USB With External Media Control
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
21 X 11.0 In.
20 In.
Wheels more: 
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary Spare Tire
All Season Tires
Temporary Spare Tire
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
All Season Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
315.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
35
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Cornering Lights
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Self-Leveling Headlights
Post-Collision Safety System
Adaptive Headlights
LED Headlamp
LED Headlamp
Adaptive Headlights
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags
Emergency Braking Preparation
Front, Rear And Third Row Head Airbags
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
4-Wheel ABS
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Turn Signal Mirrors

Options

Packages: 
Lightweight Sport Package In Carbon Fiber
SportDesign Package In High Gloss Black
Assistance Package
Premium Package Plus W/Lightweight Sport Package
Premium Package Plus W/Lightweight Sport Package In Carbon Fiber
SportDesign Package In Carbon Fiber
Lightweight Sport Package In Black
Premium Package Plus W/Lightweight Sport Package In Black
Premium Package
Smoking Package
Lightweight Sport Package
14-Way Power Seats W/Memory Package
18-Way Adaptive Sport Seats W/Memory Package
Premium Package Plus
Smoker's Package
Equipment Group 701A
Premium Technology Package
Exterior Options: 
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels
Exterior Mirrors Painted In High Gloss Black
"PORSCHE" Logo On Side In Black
"PORSCHE" Logo In Satin Black And Model Designation In Exterior Color
"PORSCHE" Logo In Satin Black And Deletion Of Model Designation
Surround View
Summer Tires For 21" Wheels
"PORSCHE" Logo On Side In Red
22" RS Spyder Design Wheels
Deletion Of "GTS" Logo On Front Doors
Fuel Cap In Aluminum Look Finish
22" GT Design Wheels In Satin Platinum
Door Handles In High Gloss Black
Trailer Hitch
22" 911 Turbo Design Wheels
Vehicle Keys Painted And Key Pouch In Race-Tex
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels In Satin Platinum
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels In Jet Black Metallic
Head-Up Display
Heated Windshield
Sport Tailpipes In Silver
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels In High Gloss Black
Exterior Mirrors Lower Trim And Base Painted In Exterior Color
Auto-Dimming Mirrors
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels In High Gloss Black
Thermally And Noise Insulated Glass
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels In Exterior Color
"PORSCHE" Logo On Side In Aurum
Soft Close Doors
21" Cayenne Turbo Wheels In Satin Platinum
LED-Matrix Design Headlights In Black W/Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS+)
SportDesign Exterior Mirror Housing In Carbon Fiber
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels In Satin Platinum
21" RS Spyder Design Wheels
Upper Wing In High Gloss Black
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels In Exterior Color
"PORSCHE" Logo In Satin Black And Model Designation In High Gloss Black
"PORSCHE" Logo On Side In Silver
Clear Taillights
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels In Jet Black Metallic
Vehicle Keys Painted And Key Pouch In Leather
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels
Outfitters Cargo - MegaWarrior
Outfitters Bike - Front Loader
Outfitters Cargo - Skybox
Dual Panel Moonroof
Roof-Rail Crossbars
Splash Guards
Wheel Lock Kit
License Plate Bracket
Interior Options: 
Door-Sill Guards In Black Brushed Aluminum, Illuminated
Burmester 3D High-End Surround Sound System
Deep-Pile Floor Mats W/Leather Edging
Sport Chrono Stopwatch/Compass Dial In Bordeaux Red
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Carbon Fiber
Preparation For The Rear Seat Entertainment
Heated Seats (Front And Rear)
Interior Trim In Deviated Leather
Illuminated Personalized Door-Sill Guards In Carbon Fiber
Steering Column Casing In Leather
Center Console Armrest W/Model Designation
Ambient Lighting
Seat Belts In Graphite Blue
6-Disc CD/DVD Changer
Sport Chrono Stopwatch Or Compass Dial In Chalk
Interior Trim In Red Gum
Reversible Luggage Compartment Mat W/Leather Edging And Loading Edge Protection
Owner's Manual Wallet In Carbon Fiber
Interior Trim In Anthracite Chestnut
Night Vision Assist
Smartphone Compartment W/Wireless Charging
Interior Trim In Textured Aluminum
Seat Belts In Slate Grey
Cargo Management System
Deviated Stitching Interior Package
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Dark Walnut
Sport Chrono Stopwatch Or Compass Dial In Carmine Red
Interior Grab Handles In Leather
Sport Chrono Stopwatch/Compass Dial In White
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Race-Tex
Air Vent Slats In Leather
Bose Surround Sound System
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Anthracite Chestnut
Interior Grab Handles In Race-Tex
Center Console Armrest W/Porsche Crest
Exclusive Design Gear Selector
Ventilation Seats (Front)
Interior Trim In Carbon Fiber
Fire Extinguisher
Interior Trim In Leather
Carbon Fiber Floor Mats W/Leather Edging
Comfort Access
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Belts In Mojave Beige
Porsche InnoDrive W/Adaptive Cruise Control
Sport Chrono Stopwatch/Compass Dial In Mojave Beige
Seat Belts In Bordeaux Red
Heated Seats (Front)
Central Tachometer In Bordeaux Red
Illuminated Personalized Door-Sill Guards In Black Brushed Aluminum
Interior Trim Painted In Deviating Exterior Color
Power Sunblind For Rear Side Windows
Seat Belts In Truffle Brown
Seat Belts In Cohiba Brown
Central Tachometer In Carmine Red
Seat Base In Leather (Front)
Illuminated Personalized Door-Sill Guards In Dark Silver Brushed Aluminum
Interior Trim In Exterior Color
Ionizer
Central Tachometer In White
Illuminated Door-Sill Guards In Carbon Fiber
Interior Trim In High Gloss Black
Deviated Leather Seat Centers
Interior Trim In Natural Olive Grey
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Red Gum
Central Tachometer In Mojave Beige
4-Zone Climate Control
Seat Belts In Chalk
Seat Base In Leather (Front And Rear)
Air Vent Slats And Air Vent Surrounds In Exterior Color
Owner's Manual Wallet In Leather
Under Door Puddle Light Projectors
Floor Mats W/Leather Edging
Personalized Reversible Loadspace Mat W/Leather Edging And Loading Edge Protection
Rear Comfort Seats (2+1)
Personalized Floor Mats W/Leather Edging
Massage Seat Function (Front) W/Seat Ventilation (Front)
Interior Trim In Dark Walnut
Central Tachometer In Chalk
2nd Row Bench
All-Weather Floor Mats W/Carpet Mats
Cargo Mat
Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Slate Grey/Mojave Beige, leather
#473D33
Black/Bordeaux Red, leather
#904343
Graphite Blue/Chalk, leather
#E0E2DD
Black/Silver Houndstooth, leather
#000000
Black/Mojave Beige, leather
#B4A4A9
Slate Grey, leather
#6F6F6F
Truffle Brown, premium leather
#352E28
Black, leather/sueded microfiber
#000000
Black, leather
#000000
Truffle Brown/Cohiba Brown, premium leather
#5D4334
Black/Carmine Red, leather/sueded microfiber
#000000
Black/Chalk, leather/sueded microfiber
#000000
Color: 
Mesa/Norias, Premium leather
#3E362D