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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 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. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 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 | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |