1998 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Pony. 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 (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Pony | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Pony | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1702 mm |
