2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 8 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
