2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 4 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, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 470 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 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | Cayman | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2916 mm |
