2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (351 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
