1987 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Estate | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 311 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |