2001 Audi A2 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 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 251 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
