2003 Audi A2 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
