2001 Audi TT vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 932 kg more than 2001 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | TT | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
