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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (138 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 55 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 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 | 1968 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |