2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (400 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi RS4. (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi RS4. 2011 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
