2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 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 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
