2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Porsche 911

To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911
Make Audi Porsche
Model A6 911
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1968 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 389 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4491 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1303 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2451 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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