2003 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 342 kg more than 2003 Audi A6.
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 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
