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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 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 388 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 (370 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (321 Nm). 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 | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |