2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express 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 (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Express. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Cayenne | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
