1990 Mercury Capri 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 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. 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 Mercury Capri. 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 (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
