2002 Audi S3 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2002 Audi S3 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 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2002 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
