2003 Honda Z vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z. 2010 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Z | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
