2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 940 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Carina 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 Porsche Cayenne | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Cayenne | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |