1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (405 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 930 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2855 mm |
