2005 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 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 (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
