2001 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ka 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 336 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. 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 2001 Ford Ka. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ka | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2895 mm |
