1991 Renault Express vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2012 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Express | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2896 mm |
