2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 563 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |