2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Audi RS6. (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
