2005 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
