2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2415 mm |
