I admit I don't know jack about the Porsche Cayenne. If I wanted to I would. I am perhaps a bit guilty of underestimating it, but keep in mind I was thinking mostly in terms of off-road performance. It HAS to be fast, after all - it's a Porsche! It's expected of them. I still think it is probably suited to a certain crowd and probably has to make some sacrifices in order to be "refined'. But I haven't read any reviews, so I don't know to what extent that is true. The Touareg by VW is the sleeper off-roader I think. Low-range transfer case and an air suspension with adjustable ride height.