2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |