2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
