1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 740 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. 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 1990 Ford Falcon. 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Falcon | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
