2000 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 795 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |