2004 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3935 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |