2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (515 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (493 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7.
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, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (720 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | Cayenne | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
