2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.

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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Porsche 911 2002 Porsche Cayenne
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 911 Cayenne
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3823 cc 3177 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 95.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 92 L


 

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