1996 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1996 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
