2008 Audi S5 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S5 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S5 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
