2003 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 152 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |
