2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 254 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayenne | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 252 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
