1992 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 910 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1705 mm |
