2011 Porsche Cayman vs. 2011 Audi R8

To start off, both 2011 Porsche Cayman and 2011 Audi R8 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayman.

Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 2011 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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