2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 145 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911
Make Audi Porsche
Model A6 911
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2393 cc 3824 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 218 km/hour 288 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 4.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L