2004 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (300 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
