1998 Holden Nova vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Nova | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2896 mm |
