2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 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 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 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 (591 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Cayenne | Escudo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
