1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1737 mm |
