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Porsche Cayman vs Audi A4 Limousine comparison

Compare performance (500 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (136,000 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Porsche Cayman or Audi A4 Limousine?

Porsche Cayman vs Audi A4 Limousine: Key differences

Porsche Cayman

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Audi A4 Limousine

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Cayman

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A4 Limousine is clearly cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the Porsche Cayman costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 100,200 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A4 Limousine uses 4.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Porsche Cayman with 13 L/100km. The difference is about 8.4 L/100km.

A4 Limousine

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayman offers substantially more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 235 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayman is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Audi A4 Limousine takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Cayman is visibly faster – reaching 315 km/h, while the Audi A4 Limousine tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayman delivers moderately more torque with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Audi A4 Limousine offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Cayman is marginally lighter – 1,490 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Limousine offers substantially more boot space – 460 L compared to 184 L. That’s a difference of about 276 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Limousine carries clearly more – 540 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 259 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Limousine is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £35,800
A4 Limousine

Audi A4 Limousine

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Porsche Cayman
Audi A4 Limousine

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Porsche Cayman

The Porsche Cayman stands out as a quintessential sports car, blending sleek design with dynamic handling. Its mid-engine layout provides an excellent balance and sharp agility that driving enthusiasts crave. Inside, the Cayman offers a refined and driver-focused interior, ensuring that every journey is an exhilarating experience.

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Audi A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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Porsche Cayman
Audi A4 Limousine

Costs and Consumption

Price
136,000 £
Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
295 g/km
co2
121 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Trunk capacity
184 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
4,456 mm
Length
4,762 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Width
1,847 mm
Height
1,267 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Max trunk capacity
272 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
281 kg
Payload
490 - 540 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
500 HP
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
315 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Torque
450 Nm
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
368 kW
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2021
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Porsche
Brand
Audi
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