1996 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
