2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. Both 2007 Audi A4 and 2012 Porsche Cayenne are equipped with a 2,967 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2967 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
