2009 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3189 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |