2012 Porsche Cayman vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 2007 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Cayman | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | Cayman | S4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1303 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
