2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Cayman | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | Cayman | Q7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3385 cc | 3000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |