2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2009 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Q7 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 92 L |