2006 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 285 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 4.9 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 | 1680 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
