2002 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A4 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2391 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |