2002 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 35 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |