2003 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 1 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. 2002 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Pride Wagon | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
