2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 234 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
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) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Cayenne | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
