1996 Audi RS2 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 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 (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Audi RS2. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi RS2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 245 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi RS2. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi RS2.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi RS2 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | RS2 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |