2003 Audi RS6 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 RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 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 (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Audi RS6. 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 (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS6 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
