1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. 1998 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Intrepid | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
