2006 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 175 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |