1993 Rover 800 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 651 kg more than 1993 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Rover | Porsche |
| Model | 800 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2895 mm |
