2007 Audi A8 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 A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 120 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |