1998 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Maxima 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 (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 795 kg more than 1998 Nissan Maxima. 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 Nissan Maxima. 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 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Maxima | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2895 mm |