2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 275 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 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 2005 Porsche 911
Make Audi Porsche
Model A6 911
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2671 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 250 HP 377 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 306 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 4.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 89 L


 

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