1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 970 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Avensis | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
