1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.

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1996 Hyundai Lantra 2008 Porsche Cayenne
Make Hyundai Porsche
Model Lantra Cayenne
Year Released 1996 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 112 HP 287 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 100 L