1975 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
