2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1997 Suzuki X90. 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Cayenne | X90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 335 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
