2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 795 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |