1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Astro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Astro | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
