2006 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 510 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |