2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | Cayenne | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
