2002 Ariel Atom vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2002 Ariel Atom and 2002 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1700 kg more than 2002 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ariel Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom. 2002 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2002 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2002 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ariel | Porsche |
| Model | Atom | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
