2004 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Vauxhall Vectra 2013 Porsche Cayenne
Make Vauxhall Porsche
Model Vectra Cayenne
Year Released 2004 2013
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1795 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4846 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2154 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1705 mm


 

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