2006 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S4 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |