2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,386 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 25 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.

Because 2008 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman
Make Audi Porsche
Model A4 Cayman
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1984 cc 3386 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 205 km/hour 275 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.4 seconds 5.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L