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 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (252 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. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 315 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (331 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 3189 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 473 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 254 km/hour 310 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 3.9 seconds
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 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.6 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L