2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 (385 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
