2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 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 7 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 968. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Cayenne | 968 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 92 L |
