2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2005 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 2005 Porsche Cayenne
Make Audi Porsche
Model A4 Cayenne
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1784 cc 3195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 311 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 11.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L