2010 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A8 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
