2001 Steyr G-series vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Steyr G-series. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Steyr G-series weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Steyr G-series (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Steyr G-series | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Steyr | Porsche |
| Model | G-series | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2896 mm |
