1996 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Golf 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 (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (515 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Golf | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2895 mm |
