2006 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (330 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 430 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |