2002 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Audi S4.
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, 2002 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
