2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (321 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1405 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
