1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
