2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 9 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 159 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 996 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2751 mm |
