2001 Audi A2 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A2 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
