1993 Audi S2 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi S2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Audi S2. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 597 kg more than 1993 Audi S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi S2. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S2 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S2 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
