2001 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 950 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |