2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 10 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 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 324 kg more than 2013 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | Cayenne | Flex |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4511 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2994 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |