2006 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |