1999 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 960 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ford Focus 2004 Porsche Cayenne
Make Ford Porsche
Model Focus Cayenne
Year Released 1999 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.5:1
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 1200 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L