2001 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 145 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
