2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 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 102 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 804 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayenne | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 57 L |
