2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1990 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1990 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Cayenne | XT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
