1990 Opel Senator vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2009 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Senator | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4806 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
