2007 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 920 kg more than 2007 Audi S4. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
