1996 Renault 19 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault 19 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 19 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
