2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5. 2007 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A5 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
