2008 Porsche Cayman vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Cayman would be higher. 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 91 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayman | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | Cayman | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3386 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
