2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Porsche Cayenne and 2009 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1130 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.
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 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | Cayenne | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4806 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 7 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 | 2430 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |