2006 Audi A4 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 A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 404 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 89 L |