1992 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Prix | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3127 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 100 L |
