2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2009 Audi A6

To start off, both 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 230 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.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Porsche Cayman 2009 Audi A6
Make Porsche Audi
Model Cayman A6
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3385 cc 3123 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 291 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.3 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.3 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 13.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 267 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 7 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 11 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 70 L


 

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