2000 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |