1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 309 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 309 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2895 mm |
