2000 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |