2006 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 430 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.
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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
