2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996. 2011 Audi S6 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. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 996 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2847 mm |
