2002 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 655 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. 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 2002 Audi A6. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
