2003 Audi RS4 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Audi RS4. (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS4 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
