2004 Porsche 996 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (371 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 996 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 996 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2912 mm |
