2007 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (334 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Audi A8. 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, 2007 Audi A8 (651 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 334 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |