2005 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |