2001 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 70 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |