2004 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
