1994 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |