2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi Steppenwolf 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (700 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
