2003 Mahindra Armada vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, both 2003 Mahindra Armada and 2003 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Armada. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 426 kg more than 2003 Mahindra Armada. 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. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2003 Mahindra Armada has manual transmission. 2003 Mahindra Armada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Mahindra Armada 2003 Porsche Cayenne
Make Mahindra Porsche
Model Armada Cayenne
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2300 cc 4511 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2004 kg 2430 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4790 mm


 

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