2007 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A3 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1304 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2415 mm |
