1999 Audi A2 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A2 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1999 Audi A2. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1999 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A2. (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
