2008 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 267 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 2008 Honda Civic. 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 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 4511 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |