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 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 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 590 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.
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 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. 2004 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
