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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5100 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 135 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). 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 | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
