1994 Plymouth Colt 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 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Colt. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Colt | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Colt | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
