2008 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
