2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Q7 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
