1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 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 (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Dardo | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2895 mm |