2009 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 655 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
