Porsche Cayenne vs. Audi SQ8
In comparing the Porsche Cayenne's and the Audi SQ8's specifications and ratings, the Porsche Cayenne has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. The Audi SQ8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Porsche Cayenne's and the Audi SQ8's specifications and ratings, the Porsche Cayenne is a better car than the Audi SQ8.
Porsche Cayenne vs. Audi SQ8 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Porsche Cayenne loses 45 percent of its value and the Audi SQ8 loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the Porsche Cayenne retains 7.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi SQ8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Porsche Cayenne’s base engine makes 348 horsepower, and the Audi SQ8 base engine makes 500 horsepower. The Cayenne is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 545 miles. The SQ8 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 473 miles. This gives the Porsche Cayenne the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi SQ8. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
90375 - 211699
Used Asking Price:
90021 - 221999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.449998
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.523236
Porsche Cayenne Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.191794 / 10
Reliability:
8.083588 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi SQ8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Cayenne Rankings
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19 out of / 68Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 61Ranking
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27 out of / 68Ranking
46 out of / 54Ranking
52 out of / 59Audi SQ8 Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 61Ranking
8 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 68Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
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25 out of / 68Ranking
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63 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Porsche Cayenne Trim Levels
Base, Coupe, S, S Coupe, Turbo GT
Audi SQ8 Trim Levels
4.0T quattro Premium Plus, 4.0T quattro Prestige
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
348 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
368 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
500 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
568 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.096 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
403 / 545 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
27.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
30.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4678 lbs
Width:
86.4 inches
Height:
66.8 inches
Length:
194.1 inches
Wheelbase:
114 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5214 lbs
Width:
86 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
197 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
22.0 x 10.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
285/40R22