2009 Audi Q7 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 Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 195 kg more than 2010 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 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Q7 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |