2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (321 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2004 Porsche Cayenne
Make Audi Porsche
Model A4 Cayenne
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 3196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 321 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1405 kg
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption 8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.6 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 100 L


 

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