2002 Audi RS4 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Audi RS4. (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS4 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
