2002 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 45 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-150. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-150. 2012 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2002 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-150 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2896 mm |
