2005 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Cayenne | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Porsche | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Cayenne | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4507 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
