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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 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 385 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |