2006 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (321 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 76 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |