2002 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 333 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
