2008 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |