1994 Mazda Midge vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. 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 1994 Mazda Midge. 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 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda Midge | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Midge | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1705 mm |
