2007 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.
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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S8 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
