2000 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 11 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2416 mm |
