2005 Audi A2 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A2 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A2 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |