2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 9 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cayenne | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 90 L |
