2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |