2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi RS6 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | RS6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |