2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | S4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |