2006 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Audi A6 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 A6 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (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 A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |