2003 Audi RS4 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Audi RS4. (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Audi RS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS4 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2895 mm |
