1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 760 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
