2000 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (450 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
