1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 565 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | F-Type | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2896 mm |
