1992 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
