2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
