2006 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
