2005 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (223 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
