2001 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (235 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
