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 3,189 cc, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 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 725 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 (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 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 | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3189 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |