2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
