2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 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 (334 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 780 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Cayenne | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 334 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
