2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 19 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 907 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. 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 2004 Porsche 911. 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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Cayenne | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
