2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | Cayenne | A4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
