2002 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2002 Audi A4 and 2002 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.

Because 2002 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (366 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (310 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A4 2002 Porsche 911
Make Audi Porsche
Model A4 911
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2391 cc 3588 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 168 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 366 Nm
Top Speed 225 km/hour 285 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2360 mm


 

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