1983 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen LN would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | LN | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
