2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A4. 2010 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 996 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2809 mm |
