2001 Audi RS4 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi RS4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi RS4. (449 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
