1990 Porsche Pan Americana vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 749 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Pan Americana | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
