2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 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.

Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2006 Porsche 911
Make Audi Porsche
Model A4 911
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1984 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 208 km/hour 285 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 5 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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