1990 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (248 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 693 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
