2008 Audi TT vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | TT | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
