1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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 A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 993 | A4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2809 mm |