2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 4 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 183 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Veracruz | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
