1990 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
