2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |