2007 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (334 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | G | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 334 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 20.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 100 L |
