2006 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 3 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 212 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur.

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2006 Hyundai Grandeur 2003 Porsche Cayenne
Make Hyundai Porsche
Model Grandeur Cayenne
Year Released 2006 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3342 cc 4511 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 237 km/hour 266 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 5.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 2430 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 15.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 100 L