2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 7 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 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
