2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina 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 229 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1998 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 1998 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 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayenne | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
