2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A3 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |