2003 Audi LeMans vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi LeMans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi LeMans would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (400 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi LeMans is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | LeMans | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2451 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
