2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 884 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Altima | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
