1996 Audi S6 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
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, 2007 Porsche 911 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |