2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 805 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Cayenne | 993 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
