2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina 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 116 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Carina. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Cayenne | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |