2003 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |