1998 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |