1994 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda NSX. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda NSX | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |