2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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 226 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 2008 Honda Civic. 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 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | Cayenne | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| 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 | 334 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
