2005 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S6 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |