1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Corolla | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1707 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
