1993 Audi S2 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi S2 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Audi S2. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi S2 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi S2. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S2 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S2 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
