2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 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 69 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. 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 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3189 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.1 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 | 1890 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |