1996 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A3 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2895 mm |
