2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 40 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.3 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 | 1525 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |